November 19 - 21, 2024 | Austin Convention Center | Austin, TX

Explore #TRE23

Looking Back at The Running Event 2023

November 28-30 | Austin Convention Center | Austin, TX
Each year, thousands of run and outdoor specialty retail professionals attend TRE in search of the latest in footwear, apparel, gear, and more. An innovative, dynamic trade show floor, valuable educational content, endless networking opportunities, and industry celebration bring this special community of retailers, event management professionals, and brands together to do business, network, learn, and have fun.
At TRE 2023 – the largest TRE in show history – attendees maximized learning through actionable, timely conference sessions, sourced new products in a lively exhibit hall, built impactful industry relationships, and celebrated the run and outdoor specialty industry.

FAQs

Find answers to common questions about The Running Event & Switchback at TRE
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Learn

With an expanded conference program and in-depth educational offerings relevant to multiple levels and positions, attendees will access critical insights, actionable best practices, and new skills.

Discover

With hundreds of market-leading run and outdoor specialty brands and new-to-TRE exhibitors, buyers will source and experience fresh products while building key business connections.

Connect

With the Indie 5K, mentorship program, Switchback at TRE networking events, and more, attendees will connect with their industry peers and brands to share knowledge and have fun!

Celebrate

The Best Running Stores reception, industry awards, and more offer a special opportunity to recognize trailblazers who go above and beyond for customers, community and the run and outdoor industry.

Re-Live #TRE23

Download the 2023 Post-Show Report for a full look at everything the 2023 event had to offer.

New for 2023

In 2023, we welcomed the inaugural TRE Livestream hosted by PR Project. The live broadcast featured conversations with some of the world’s top brands as well as TRE partner organizations, media outlets, specialty retailers, athletes, influencers, and more. Learn more about the TRE Livestream here.

Discover Switchback at TRE

In 2022, we welcomed the outdoors in with Switchback at The Running Event. For the second year in a row, Switchback at TRE offered even more opportunities for outdoor brands and retailers to connect and do business with run specialty, access valuable education, and grow their business. Learn more about Switchback at TRE here.

Exhibit at The Running Event or Switchback at TRE

Interested in exhibiting this year? Send us an email. In the meantime, download the 2024 Facts & Figures for details about booth packages, attendee demographics, and more.

“This is a great opportunity to learn more about industry trends and to grow their business with new products and services.”

TRE 2023 Attendee

"Given all the various shoes out there, this show produces results in connecting with retailers, making industry contacts, and selling some products."

TRE 2023 Exhibitor

“Good mix of vendors and people were there to work the show. We picked up probably 10-15 new vendors. Very pleased!”

TRE 2023 Attendee

"Excellent organization, great city, and venue. Freeman did a wonderful job with the booth space set-up + breakdown. Content panel interviews/speakers relevant to industry trends and growth."

TRE 2023 Exhibitor

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